吴江LF11 Series Liquid Turbine Flow Meters

The LF11 series liquid turbine flowmeter is a next-generation model that incorporates advanced domestic and international flow measurement technologies, optimized through careful design. It features a simple and lightweight structure, high accuracy, excellent repeatability, rapid response, and convenient installation, maintenance, and operation. As a precision flow measurement instrument, it is ideally suited for gauging the flow and total volume of clean, non-corrosive liquids—making it widely used in industries such as petroleum, chemical processing, metallurgy, and scientific research. This product boasts the following key features:
● High accuracy, typically reaching ±1%R, ±0.5%R, with high-precision models capable of up to ±0.2%R
● Outputs a pulse frequency signal, suitable for total quantity measurement and computer connectivity with no zero-point drift, and boasts strong anti-interference capability.
● Can obtain high-frequency signals (3–4 kHz) with strong signal resolution.
● Wide rangeability—up to 1:20 for medium and large diameters, and 1:10 for small diameters.
● Can be made in an insertion type, suitable for large-diameter measurements with minimal pressure loss and low cost. It allows non-stop flow extraction and offers convenient installation and maintenance.

Product Description

Product Overview Product overview

The LF11 series liquid turbine flowmeters represent a new generation of turbine flow instruments, featuring optimized design and incorporating advanced technologies from both domestic and international sources. They boast characteristics such as simple and lightweight construction, high accuracy, excellent repeatability, rapid response, and ease of installation, maintenance, and operation. As a precision flow measurement device, these meters are ideally suited for quantifying the flow rate and total volume of clean, non-corrosive liquids—free of impurities. They are widely used in industries including petroleum, chemical processing, metallurgy, and scientific research.

Performance metrics TECHNICAL PARAMETERS

Tested medium

Impurity-free, low-viscosity, non-corrosive liquid

Implementation Standards

Turbine Flow Sensor (JB/T9246-1999)

Verification Procedure

Turbine Flowmeter (JJG1037-2008)

Instrument diameter (mm) and connection method

Flange-connected type

DN15-DN200

Threaded connection type

DN4-DN50

Clip-mounted connection type

DN4-DN200

Accuracy Level

±1%R, ±0.5%R, ±0.2%R (custom-made required)

Measurement range ratio

1:10; 1:15; 1:20

Sensor material

304 stainless steel, 316(L) stainless steel, and more

Terms of Use

Medium temperature: -20°C to +80°C

Ambient temperature: -20°C to +60°C

Relative humidity: 5%–90%

Atmospheric pressure: 86 kPa to 106 kPa

Signal output function

Pulse signals, 4–20mA signals

Communication Output Function

RS485 communication, HART protocol, and more

Working power

A. External power supply: +24VDC ±15%, ripple ≤ ±5%, suitable for 4-20mA output, pulse output, RS485, and more

B. Internal Power Supply: 1 set of 3.6V lithium battery, which operates normally when the battery voltage is between 3.0V and 3.6V.

Flange Standards

Standard Specifications

GB/T 9113-2000

Other standards

International Pipe Flanges

For example: German standard DIN, American standard ANSI, Japanese standard JIS

Domestic Pipe Flanges

For example: Standards of the Ministry of Chemical Industry, Standards of the Ministry of Machinery

Thread Specifications

Standard Specifications: Imperial Pipe Threads (External Threads) (Reference Standard GB/T7307-2001)

Other specifications: internal threads, spherical threads, NPT threads, and more

Electrical interface

M20×1.5 internal thread (NPT threads require customization)

Explosion-proof rating

ExdIICT6 Gb

Protection Level

IP65 or higher (customizable)

How it works   Working Principle

When the liquid being measured flows through the sensor, the impeller rotates under the force exerted by the fluid—its rotational speed is directly proportional to the average flow velocity in the pipe. As the impeller spins, it periodically alters the magnetic reluctance of the magnetic circuit, causing the magnetic flux in the detection coil to fluctuate cyclically as well. This induces an electromotive force with a frequency identical to that of the impeller’s rotation. After amplification, the signal is converted and processed for further analysis.

External dimensions APPEARANCE OF SIZE

                               

 

Threaded Connection Size Chart   Flange Connection Dimension Chart
Instrument diameter
(mm)
L*(mm) H (mm) G (External Thread)   Instrument diameter
(mm)
L*(mm) D
(mm)
K
(mm)
H(mm) d
(mm)
n
(Number of holes)
Standard configuration
Pressure-resistant
Pulsed type Explosion-proof Pulse Type 4-20mA Output Type Intelligent Display Type   Pulse Output Type Explosion-proof pulse
Output type
4-20mA
Output type
Intelligent Display Type
4 225 140 145 145 210 G 1/2   15 75 95 65 175 180 180 245 14 4 2.5MPa
6 225 140 145 145 210 G 1/2   20 80 105 75 185 190 190 255 14 4
10 345 145 150 145 210 G 1/2   25 100 115 85 200 195 195 260 14 4
15 75 145 150 150 215 G1   32 140 140 100 210 215 215 275 18 4
20 80 150 155 155 220 G1   40 140 150 110 195 220 220 285 18 4
25 100 155 160 160 225 G 1/4   50 150 165 125 230 235 235 295 18 4
32 140 175 180 180 245 G2   65 170 185 145 255 260 260 325 18 8 1.6MPa
40 140 180 185 180 250 G2   80 200 200 160 260 265 265 330 18 8
50 150 185 190 190 255 G2 1/2   100 220 220 180 285 285 285 350 18 8
                125 250 250 210 310 315 315 380 18 8
                150 300 285 240 345 345 345 410 22 8
                200 350 340 295 395 400 400 465 22 12

Note: The DN4–DN10 flow sensors mentioned above include the standard straight pipe sections provided at the factory, while DN15–DN50 caliber flow sensors do not come with straight pipe sections.

Installation Requirements INSTALLATION

1. Positioning installation

The pipeline must be completely filled with liquid. It is crucial to ensure that the pipe remains fully saturated with liquid at all times—otherwise, the flow reading may be affected, potentially leading to measurement errors.

Avoid air bubbles. If air bubbles enter the measuring tube, the flow reading may be affected, potentially leading to measurement errors.

2. Installation Location and Requirements

1. The sensor should be installed in a location that is convenient for maintenance, free from pipe vibrations, strong electromagnetic interference, and thermal radiation effects.
2. For horizontally mounted sensors, the pipeline should not have any visually detectable inclination (typically within 5°). Similarly, when sensors are installed vertically, the verticality deviation of the pipeline must also remain below 5°. In locations where flow interruption is not possible, a bypass pipe and reliable shut-off valves should be installed. During measurement, ensure that the bypass pipe remains completely leak-free.
3. At the location where sensors will be installed on the newly laid pipeline, first connect a short pipe instead of the sensor. Once the "line sweeping" operation is complete and you’ve confirmed that the pipeline is thoroughly cleaned, proceed to install the sensors properly.
4. If the fluid contains impurities, a filter should be installed upstream of the sensor, and the pipeline should be regularly cleaned to remove any accumulated sediment. If the liquid being measured contains gas, an air eliminator must be installed upstream of the sensor. Additionally, the drain and vent ports of both the filter and air eliminator must lead to a safe location.
5. When sensors are installed outdoors, measures should be taken to prevent direct sunlight and protect them from rain.

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